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Forum: Classified Archives 04-17-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,037
Posted By nick c
Trill sold?

My Trillium 4500 seems to be sold and will have a new home in Seattle Washington, U.S.A.. I'll know for sure when the money is in my hands.

For now, thank you for your interest, my Trailer...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-16-2015, 03:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,037
Posted By nick c
pictures

Photo's showing the screen door, these pre-date the window, belly band maintenance, and new curtains.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-16-2015, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,037
Posted By nick c
drawers

1100431 serial #

My Trillium 4500 does have drawers on both sides in the dining area.


door window does not open.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-16-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,037
Posted By nick c
My Trillium

Phil, I'm in Brantford.

David, the previous owner made the screen door. It's great to have, I cook outside, going in and out and maintaining a bug free interior is easy.

The gaucho does...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-15-2015, 07:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,037
Posted By nick c
SOLD: 1978 Trillium 4500

Selling my Trillium 4500

Windows removed, resealed and tinted, excepting one under rockguard.
Belly Band removed, fiberglass filled seam.
Front of trailer, lower section is Line-X bedliner...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-12-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,383
Posted By nick c
Stone Protection

I expect to install a rubber mat (6ft x 18in) on the front lower panel of my trillium 4500. The suitable rubber is available at rubberline for 10 bucks a foot, however they recommended I use contact...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-03-2012, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,623
Posted By nick c
Rene, thank you for Lake Manitou. Been many years...

Rene, thank you for Lake Manitou. Been many years since i've been to a drive-inn.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-30-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,623
Posted By nick c
Prairies

I'm planning a trip from Ontario to the prairies with stops to visit family in Winnipeg, Man., Regina, Melville and Ituna Sask. I've never camped west of Sudbury. I would greatly appreciate...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,590
Posted By nick c
Lil M, vinyl tubing that fits snugly over the...

Lil M, vinyl tubing that fits snugly over the faucet would give you a clean tool to use. if you loop it down into the sink than up you will see the water and know when to stop siphoning. Or find a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,590
Posted By nick c
Disassembled 2231, its just a plunger mounted on...

Disassembled 2231, its just a plunger mounted on a shaft with an eccentric. The plunger has a diaphragm to seal the cyinder. I ran hot water through it to get the rubber diaphragm loosened up then...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2012, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,590
Posted By nick c
hand pump

My trillium has a coleman model 2231 hand rocker pump to get water from the freshwater holding tank. When I pump the handle nothing happens. I cannot find a place to prime the pump. I submerged...
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,449
Posted By nick c
surfing in Canada

Sorry the wording of my original post unclear. I am Canadian, live in southern ontario...

I follow a number of blogs people camping all through Mexico using Tecels Banada Ancha for internet,...
Forum: General Chat 05-03-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,449
Posted By nick c
mobile internet

I'm looking for an internet solution for traveling in Canada. I have a laptop and would use a usb plug in device, or a mobile wifi device. I need a plan that I can start/stop as I travel/return...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,607
Posted By nick c
Thank you Spanke, I appreciate the info and the...

Thank you Spanke, I appreciate the info and the photos. I went out and bought a dremel tool today, looks easy enought but labor intensive. I used your reply to find other links that were also...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,607
Posted By nick c
Trillium belly band clips

I removed my belly band on my 78 Trillium 4500 today. I know others here have done this, I hope to benefit from your experiance. First is the removal of the clips the rivets went in to. What is an...
Forum: General Chat 09-23-2011, 05:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,998
Posted By nick c
1937 Camping

These articles, which appeared in 1937 issues of Popular Science magazine, give a good feeling for what RVing was like in those days.

RVing in 1937...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2011, 02:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,033
Posted By nick c
bigfoot 21

Now I am considering one that I had initially rejected and posted as a referral on the board - it is a REAR bed 21 footer. Trouble is - the owner has now moved it to his summer place up in Fenelon...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-11-2011, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,939
Posted By nick c
I painted the frame of my pickup with por 15,...

I painted the frame of my pickup with por 15, great product. Take the above warning seriously. Not just my hands but as I was under the truck any place I touched accidently or dripped on me. That...
Forum: General Chat 05-11-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,591
Posted By nick c
I think Portabote is a great idea. Thank you for...

I think Portabote is a great idea. Thank you for making me aware of folding boats. I also found Instaboat is a smart foldable light boat. Instaboat est un ingnieux bateau pliable....
Forum: General Chat 01-30-2011, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,802
Posted By nick c
egg accident

Found this on u-tube.

YouTube - Jeeps are not for Towing (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=VosYpXIvRpo)
Forum: General Chat 01-05-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,893
Posted By nick c
Thanks for the help... I saw canal was not open,...

Thanks for the help... I saw canal was not open, weather network forcast looked encouraging. did'nt realize your winter was melting. I may have to wait for bal de neige. Will follow up with Raoul,...
Forum: General Chat 01-03-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,893
Posted By nick c
ottawa winter camping

I'm interested in ottawa camping mid to late Jan. Would like to skate the Rideau Canal. I've googled free, dispersed, boondocking ottawa and have had little luck. Only useful info so far is...
Forum: General Chat 11-23-2010, 01:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,678
Posted By nick c
pop up vs. egg

Close the door, blessed quiet. no longer catch up on the gossip two sites over.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2010, 01:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,557
Posted By nick c
stripe

Thank you Gumpit, and Roy in T.O. I noticed Decalzone also offers striping in 4", perfect to cover the belly band repair in same blue... Best news I've had this week.

Trillium site offers a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-22-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,557
Posted By nick c
Stripes

[QUOTE=Gumpit;229614]The new stripes are

Where did you find stripes so close to the original??? I need to do belly band on my 4500, wet sand and polish finish with new stripes would be ideal.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-15-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,836
Posted By nick c
sparking

when I picked up my uhaul last year the furnace wouldnt light and then it did after a few days.

As you are able to view sparking and no flame, and as it did work last year after trying multiple...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-13-2010, 03:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,836
Posted By nick c
flame rod

sounds like the board does not recognize the flame has lit. Solution for this is to clean the flame rod with 000 steel wool and make sure it is situated in the flame. The flame retification system...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-03-2010, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,014
Posted By nick c
clean pilot

Pilot flame should touch/envelop 3/8 to 1/2 inch of thermocouple tip. Your description indicates pilot is weak, so clean it by directing a tube or straw and blow hard to dislodge dust, spider web...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-27-2010, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,836
Posted By nick c
Stat

would not turn off, I must say it got very toasty in the camper.
Any advice on thermostats everyone?[/QUOTE]

I would remove wires R and W from t-stat, jumper them together simulates call for...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-30-2009, 06:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,130
Posted By nick c
TRAILER SOLD AND DELIVERED I thank...

TRAILER SOLD AND DELIVERED I thank everyone for thier interest, wish there were more Trilliums to go around...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-29-2009, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,130
Posted By nick c
I'll get some interior shots thur or fri when I...

I'll get some interior shots thur or fri when I get some time. Added my phone # to post (519)756-1654. Thank You.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-29-2009, 04:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,495
Posted By nick c
I just posted my Trillium 5500 for sale, It's...

I just posted my Trillium 5500 for sale, It's 6'3" interior height, 1800 lbs empty, 3000 lbs gross weight.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-29-2009, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,130
Posted By nick c
1981 Trillium 5500 Travel Trailer in good...

1981 Trillium 5500 Travel Trailer in good condition, for sale. Sleeps 4. -Gas range with oven
...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-24-2008, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,745
Posted By nick c
I was just at the upcoming rally area of the...

I was just at the upcoming rally area of the forum, could not find any information about this rally... When is it?? How do I get more information? thanks...
I will be in florida part Jan/Feb...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-08-2008, 11:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By nick c
Figured it would be good to have when I go south,...

Figured it would be good to have when I go south, will be doing a few weeks next summer in pennsylvania, virginia's area will definitly want a/c then...I know I'll get a lot more use out of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-07-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By nick c
Hi, I'm looking for help/advice about installing...

Hi, I'm looking for help/advice about installing rooftop a/c on my trillium 5500. At the Emily meet this summer I saw two 5500's with modifications made that allowed rooftop a/c. I'm comfortable...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-23-2008, 11:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,514
Posted By nick c
My 5500 has original leaf springs and takes 15'...

My 5500 has original leaf springs and takes 15' tires.. everythings fine..
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-16-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,718
Posted By nick c
5500's do vary, mine has ORIGINAL leaf spring...

5500's do vary, mine has ORIGINAL leaf spring suspension, with 14" tires 1980...
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-30-2008, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,099
Posted By nick c
I'm new to towing, 1 yr. Why the grease? how...

I'm new to towing, 1 yr. Why the grease? how does this help? glad to see this link, my trillium 4500 is loose by this description, i'll look at it tomorrow and figure out how to snug it up...thanks
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-13-2008, 02:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,154
Posted By nick c
I thank everyone for their help.. I'll use the...

I thank everyone for their help.. I'll use the Lepage or equivalent product.. The Storm King looks like a good product but permanent, draft stop stuff designed to be removed. Thank you

Screw...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-09-2008, 06:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,154
Posted By nick c
Health not great right now, hopefully by summer...

Health not great right now, hopefully by summer will be much better and able to do repairs..thx donna d.


double wall fiberglass under window so no access to belly band...expect to remove belly...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-09-2008, 01:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,154
Posted By nick c
Bought trullium 4500 last summer. Took it out...

Bought trullium 4500 last summer. Took it out once to Algonquin Park, I like it.

Going to florida panhandle next week. In getting ready for trip I discovered a leak from the rear window.. It...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-11-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,902
Posted By nick c
Thanks everyone. I was sceptical about truck and...

Thanks everyone. I was sceptical about truck and trailer suspension supply and repair shops and trailer specialists as they do not work with fiberglass trailers and the replacement axel brakets will...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-07-2007, 11:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,902
Posted By nick c
Hi. I've decided i really want brakes on my Trill...

Hi. I've decided i really want brakes on my Trill 4500. Thanks to posters here i now know its cost effective to buy axle with brakes. I live in Brantford Ont. Could anyone recommend a good shop...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-20-2007, 11:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,992
Posted By nick c
Hi,...

Hi, https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/7.gif https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/7.gif for a while, just now starting to post.. Recently bought 77...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2007, 10:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,677
Posted By nick c
last of the bunch... Guys workmanship not great,...

last of the bunch... Guys workmanship not great, but door works well and does the job... I will remove and replace in future.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2007, 10:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,677
Posted By nick c
Hi, I'm Nick from ontario. Bought a 77 Trillium...

Hi, I'm Nick from ontario. Bought a 77 Trillium 4500 three weeks ago, previous owner installed screen door, so I hope these photos help.......... sorry for the delay, took me a while to figure out...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-18-2007, 01:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,735
Posted By nick c
does anyone know what it takes to buy a trailer...

does anyone know what it takes to buy a trailer in the states and bring it across the U.S./Canada border...Canada Customs website confusing, my search of this site found info for Can to U.S. i'm...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-17-2007, 02:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,735
Posted By nick c
Thanks for the quick replies...sounds like it...

Thanks for the quick replies...sounds like it would work for me..
Forum: Classified Archives 06-16-2007, 11:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,735
Posted By nick c
hi, brand new to forum, was going to buy a tent...

hi, brand new to forum, was going to buy a tent trailer, then i saw a trillium.
I know nothing about Compact Jr trailers. I'm 6'2" tall. Will I be comfortable in a Compact Jr? What is the...
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